FFL Dealers in Bristol, CT

Finding an FFL Dealer in Bristol, Connecticut

There are 18 federally licensed firearms dealers in Bristol, CT, serving a population of 61,129. These include 12 dealers / gunsmiths, 5 manufacturers, 1 importer of firearms.

Bristol has 29.4 FFL dealers per 100,000 residents — near the national average of 34.4 per 100K.

When choosing an FFL dealer for a transfer, call ahead to confirm their transfer fee and ensure they are accepting transfers. Most dealers in Bristol charge between $20–$50 per transfer. You will need a valid government-issued photo ID and must pass an NICS background check to complete any firearm purchase or transfer.

Gun Laws in Connecticut

Connecticut requires a permit to purchase all firearms and imposes a 14-day waiting period. The state has an assault weapon ban, a 10-round magazine limit, and was one of the first states to enact a red flag law.

• Concealed carry: Permit required (shall-issue)
• Waiting period: 14 days
• Background check: State-run system
• Minimum age: 21 for handguns, 18 for long guns
• Assault weapon restrictions: Yes
• Magazine limit: 10 rounds

Browse all 873 FFL dealers in Connecticut.